New orders of metalworking machinery totaled $593.6 million in April 2026, a 12.5% decline from March 2026, but a 33.2% increase from April 2025. So far this year, manufacturing technology orders have totaled $2.19 billion, a 28.9% increase over 2025.
Each time I attend SHOT, I experience some sensory overload. If something catches my attention, it’s usually because it gives me a sweet, sweet dopamine shot of manufacturing technology, motorsport, or horology.
Students in Clemson’s automotive engineering program gain valuable hands-on experience while developing and building their own prototype vehicles.
Slowing domestic demand, surging EV exports, record energy storage installations, and a busy investment pipeline – China’s Q1 data has a lot to say. Here’s the full picture. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.
What's working in manufacturing; Production data wins; Escalating challenges for tariffs; and more.
Complementing the exhibit experience, the Industrial AI Conference is a one-day, practitioner-focused program designed for implementation.
QualiChem joins OMIC R&D, and Scientific Cutting Tools expands its regional presence. Plus, leadership changes at Ellison Technologies, Nidec, and Xometry, and America Makes announces $1.7 million in additive awards. (link to this article)
As technologies advance and the growing need for employees goes unfilled, a shop that neglects to invest in automation will be left behind any competitor that does.
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